Delicious Hamburger Casserole
Indulge in the comfort of a homemade hamburger casserole, packed with savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and gooey cheese. This one-dish wonder not only warms the soul but also brings back memories of family gatherings around the dinner table. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers; cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, pepper, and diced tomatoes; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fold in cooked macaroni and half of the cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish; top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg